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THURMAN VS. PORTER IS POSTPONED
Clearwater, Florida (February 22, 2016)– It was announced that WBA World welterweight champion Keith “One Time” Thurman (26-0, 22 KOs) suffered an injury in a car accident training for his fight against Shawn Porter (26-1, 16 KOs) on March 12 at the Mohegan Sun Casino, in Uncasville, Connecticut.
Thurman’s injury will require that his fight against Porter be postponed until a still to be determined date.
“BREAKING: Thurman-Porter card is postponed to TBA as Thurman is injured. #boxing,” said Dan Rafael.
It’s unknown right now what type of injury it is and what the extent of it is. Hopefully, it’s not going to be something that will keep Thurman out of the ring for an extended amount of time.
Thurman had shoulder problems in the past back in 2014. His left shoulder problem kept him out of the ring for eight months.
This is really negative news for boxing fans, as they were looking forward to this fight with great anticipation. The fight will eventually happen, but it’s unknown when.
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DiBella Entertainment, Mohegan Sun and Showtime Evaluating Options to Continue with the Remainder of the March 12 Fight Card
NEW YORK (Feb. 22, 2016)–Undefeated world champion Keith Thurman sustained an injury as a result of a car accident that has forced his March 12 welterweight title defense against Shawn Porter to be postponed. The announcement was made today by promoter Lou DiBella, president of DiBella Entertainment. According to his doctors, Thurman’s injuries are not considered serious and he is expected to be cleared to resume training in the coming weeks. Thurman vs. Porter was the main event of a scheduled two-fight card to be broadcast in prime time on CBS. This fight and the network broadcast will now be rescheduled for a later date.
DiBella Entertainment, Mohegan Sun and Showtime are evaluating the option of continuing with the remainder of the fight card on Saturday, March 12 with a transition of television coverage to SHOWTIME. Complete details are forthcoming.
“While it’s unfortunate that we must temporarily postpone this marquee matchup, a main event of the magnitude of Thurman vs. Porter requires both fighters be healthy and at their best.” said DiBella. “Keith is anxious to resume training as soon he is able and both he and Shawn are looking forward to a new fight date.”
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